Taking The Bike Off The Trainer + My First Bike Crash | Ironman Prep S2.E18

[@thomasbibeau4176]

Man everytime i watch Nick’s videos i get chills. Seeing how much this man is doing just pushes me to keep going. Lost 50lbs in the last 4 months and finally reached my goal. Now training to complete a marathon. GO ONE MORE

[@guidedbysunshine333]

Awesome!!!! That’s so amazing. Great job

[@WaffleToffle30]

Great work !

[@sirunlegit8782]

Keep pushing

[@shanecunningham2437]

Keep er lit brother ✌️🤘

[@SimonTaylorUK]

Nice! We are on a similar journey. Lost 40lbs and also training for a marathon! Getting hard on the runs over 20 miles!

[@ryancollazo4191]

These videos have substantially increased the length of my Sunday morning poops.

[@bnuggg]

Nothing better than a Sunday morn poo

[@theemacguy]

You know it’s near the end when you can’t feel your legs

[@chadcarter2020]

Same haha

[@juliantabb4451]

read this on the toilet while pooping

[@scotthumphreys4157]

@@theemacguy Ryan "numb legs" Collazo

[@olleborner4604]

Lower front end, pull armcups together, raise and push saddle forward

[@sarethums]

I came here to basically say this.

[@InnerCoreAri]

Nick I just want to say thank you. You've inspired me to sign up for my *first-ever marathon* and I'm getting through this prep by watching your videos. *Extremely motivating, humble, and an inspiration for us all! GO ONE MORE*

[@gregorylebret]

Natasha: Today is not about how hard we can go. Nick: big watts baby!

[@GsxrGrl21]

I live for these videos..man is a beast

[@daveturner343]

I'm sure you live for more...

[@jblakes097]

The mans full of himself

[@jennifersalas-mata1401]

He is awesome!

[@roberttaylor9611]

Strange thing to live for, but do you bro bro

[@GsxrGrl21]

Lmao it was just a phrase..not to be taken too seriously

[@Kay_3b]

Its because of Nick that I started to embrace cardio and not hate it anymore. It's a good balance with lifting and I appreciate cardio a lot more now that I'm older. I live for these longer episodes! Go one more 💪😎

[@aanchaljain3821]

Hi nick my name is ritvik, You were my inspiration for running , and now just because of you I can run 40 miles(64km). Thank you

[@Therealbrettlane]

Love your attitude, most people who had a week like yours would have been so discouraged, uncomfortable run, tough swim and damaging your bike and wiping out, but nothing slows you down!!

[@danielafrohring4512]

Nick I’m 9 weeks out from my first triathlon ever. Thank for being you & inspiring me, these videos are everything!!

[@JadenFeddock]

You’re killing it Nick, as always! Keep up the great work and high-quality videos!!

[@jennifersalas-mata1401]

Wow! Seeing Nick going from training stationary via Zwift and now applying it on the road is amazing! His drive is so much more realistic! Way to go Nick!!!! Keep up the great work!!!

[@medofit1907]

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[@johndavidalexander6646]

I can't believe you had a truck following and didn't have a tool kit 😂 hopefully lesson learned!

[@omargad7494]

- I am pretty sure I can find a solution. * 2 seconds later * -WHERE'S NatashaAAAA ?

[@jamesreding4416]

I haven’t seen the ice bath lately, that still a thing?

[@Hanna-qk5lz]

That aero position is definitely not aero

[@frostbitepokin9520]

There’s no position that’s gonna make him aero with a body like that lol

[@frederikseitz4984]

@@WtfKZbin_YouSuck thought the same but he could be drug tested at the IM

[@frogspotter7445]

Doesn’t matter, it’s all about the nutrition and ‘big watts’

[@alexandrunistor8535]

Hei @Nick, I find your video soo good and they motivate me. Since I started viewing your videos, back in December 2020, I started in January the Hybrid Athlete and still going at it. It's been 2 months and feeling good both in the gym and in runnning. Already ran my first 12km this week. Keep it up and GO ONE MORE!

[@pimp_diverseentertainment3054]

Yooo Nick is not to be played with this man is driven for greatness 🔥🔥🔥💯

[@usmclongrangebrainsurgeon]

That long bike ride organization was awesome, I casually do 70-100 mile solo rides, would love something structured like this

[@JordanGreenPNW]

Inspiration for my first marathon this summer, killer video as always.

[@ObesetoBeast]

Nick “big watts” Bare

[@chrisbrantley2276]

Big watts was also my nickname in high school

[@adamede9316]

@@chrisbrantley2276 love a gmm reference

[@samuelsgroi8061]

@@WtfKZbin_YouSuck they are tubeless tires

[@bikenliftdad9983]

Looks like you are pretty upright and maybe saddle height too low? Looks like your shorting your pedals. Would be interested to see why you have the bike setup the way you do

[@bikenliftdad9983]

@@bicyclesammi0757 ok so I am not crazy lol.

[@SimonTaylorUK]

I was thinking the exact same thing. Needs a bike fit on a retul setup.

[@as_life4589]

Problem is that he’s probably not flexible enough to get more aero. Sitting this upright is a lot more comfortable than being super aero. Also has to to with injury prevention

[@kimberleegardner3580]

@Matthew Carlin I was wondering if others noticed this too. His saddle seems so low and while he has powerful watts, he could get so much ore if he could extend his legs more.

[@deanfletcher8486]

I remember watching the extensive bike fit.. but that saddle looks too low for you personally.

[@kimberleegardner3580]

Very low!

[@zacharysmiles1308]

Might as well bring the road bike out. Drop the front.

[@jacobmason412]

Great video man, absolutely killing it, inspiring us all, just wondered I know you've got Ironman Texas and the Boston marathon, but just wondered if you'd consider doing a sprint triathlon at some point.

[@10szym]

Hey. Awesome video it pretty much motivates for training. One thing I've spotted is your position on bike. looks like you would be to much hunched over. Also you leg i thing should be straight when u have a pedal down, just my opinion, but i really think that would help u to use all energy you use to move forward much more sufficient. Anyway keep on rocking !

[@jamaldayes2438]

Epic video as always! We've all been there getting caught short without the right tools on a ride! Aero position definitely needs looking at! Head firmly in the wind. No point looking for watt savings with silly oversized-derailleur-cages when you're losing a ton of watts with your body position. Keep up the hard work!

[@medofit1907]

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[@Michael-ok1bb]

Love to see the video's. I just registered to do a local 70.3 iron man for summer 2022. Thanks for the motivation.

[@azhaanebrahim4887]

I was looking forward to this video all day didn't disappoint looking forward to seeing you finish the Ironman you are super motivating your work ethic is out of this world.

[@seanhylton4372]

Bike set up to carry 3 bottles and special needs bag can replace those 3 during the ride. However, getting used to 8 bottles of special drink in training will not be feasible on race day with current bike setup and race logistics. To get 8 special bottles on race day, a double bottle holder behind seat would be necessary. This obviously will make bike heavier and less aero. With current bike setup, it may be better to train with 6 special bottles and 2 bottles of what will be available on the course.

[@ericscott7343]

Where is the crash footage?

[@NA-vx9ye]

27:46 Noticed that your shirt says Jackson Hole Wyoming. I went out there a few years ago and had the time of my life. Not too many people know about it.

[@ichewtoast111]

The video edits are really creative.

[@briankrosky3567]

Anyone else doing the Goggins’ 4X4X48 this weekend? Need this video with 8 miles left 🙌🏻

[@willy12679]

Training for it now! Stay hard!

[@guest00791]

Sheet, I was just thinking about that on my run today. Really didn't like running between 11p and 4am. Wild animals and drunk drivers. Felt like a solid accomplishment last year..we shall see..

[@vitvit3572]

You’re sitting too low bro, your should be able to straighten your leg more, bring your saddle up a bit.

[@devonjstewart]

Hey, just FYI, that Conti 5000TL tire is NOT COMPATIBLE with your ENVE SES wheels. It’s a hookless bead rim style, see reference to ENVE’s compatibility chart on its website. You could use either the Conti 5000 with a tube, or another tubeless tire like Schwalbe Pro One. www.enve.com/en/lp/tire-compatibility/

[@devonjstewart]

Upon closer review, I can’t say definitively that your rim isn’t compatible. I believe compatibility has improved in recent SES models, so it probably depends on the year of your wheel manufacture. Though, the way that the tire failed is consistent with my suggestion that the tire wasn’t compatible with the rim on your bike. Maybe go back and ask you LBS to look at the wheel details and make sure you have the right tires. Some of my friends with older SES wheels were disappointed they couldn’t use Conti 5000TLs, but perhaps you can. Just be safe!

[@JJ-yh1iw]

Hey throw a nice foldable bike stand in the truck and keep spares and tools in a small spare tool box in the pan. The bike stand can strap in nicely

[@iacopo93rm]

7 week from Ironman Australia here Nick! Wish we could be doing some training together

[@rachelkritz1207]

hope you're okay! those last 2 miles of a really long ride. Lots of learning done that day..

[@roryspicer]

Elbows out with a huge stack is basically creating a huge surface area for air to hit you and hold instead of flowing over and around. If you’re mainly training inside you should at the very least include one aero positioning session, ideally more when possible to become accustom to holding an area position. If you can’t get to a professional to bike fitter then making small and regular tweaks in front of a mirror or setup a camera to record yourself then make adjustments. You’ll become more efficient by using less energy to combat the wind with a reduced frontal area and the higher watts you produce will convert to increased speed for less effort.

[@tylerbalega27]

This man is my inspiration.

[@joaodias2762]

So, about the under carriage issues, I'd say try and get a high quality pair of bib shorts and wear those (with a cycling jersey)on the long rides instead of the trisuit, they usually have better cushioning and you'll fell a lot more confortable

[@voicesandvisions]

love the series Nick. I'm always amped to attack the day after watching

[@anticlimacus7451]

To the editors of this video... the donkey clip you added... priceless. Well played

[@benjamin.kelley]

Dang, explains exactly how I've been feeling trying to get back into running over the last year. Not enough sleep, working my ass off to build my business, working full time at a day job, volunteering at my church, and trying to maingain in the gym. So many stressors. So annoying.

[@blp1884]

Takes a lot of humility to be able to get coached and put that out there for the world.

[@hugofigueiredo5297]

Nick you can get much more aero.....try to invest in a perfect bike fit

[@koningsveldbv]

You're such an inspiration! But I cannot see you driving 22 mph for 5 hrs with the saddle that low (no glutes are activated) and your body that high up (not to mention the head with helmet, sticking out). Check how Frodeno is riding, that 100 watts less drag.

[@sarahcisewski6796]

Once again, the music is so great in these videos!!! I love where you start the music around 19:21 and stop at 20:08 with Nick peeing!😂

[@ashkhandoker1677]

Hi nick anything for running plus heavy lifting as in supplement stack or even your supplements for hybrid athlete. Thanks

[@andyashton3605]

Hats off to Nick for showing the video, but "big watts" won't help when you don't know how to ride in the TT position! Hoping in 8 weeks he can get some serious time outdoors with his bike.

[@smb06]

Well his fit is awful, but he insists bc he had a professional bike fit its good.. but I get more aero (at 6'6") on my road bike in the drops... saddle appears low as well.. He's got a good run, so even with a 20 mph bike split he could still hit the 10 hour mark.. Whoever suggested the tube in a tubeless tire though was an idiot.. its the reason is ripped off at the end.. there's no way he got the bead seated again with a standard air pump

[@drym3943]

I think proper tt position os really hard to hold. So it is the compromise they found. Look at the difference between ironman athletes and pro cyclist TT position.

[@thomasjmaclean]

He would be more aero on the drops of an aero road bike and more in control. He is so high up on the bars it's not helping anything.

[@smb06]

@@drym3943 it takes getting used to.. I have a really aggressive tt position pretty big drop from saddle to aerobars - flat back... and I can comfortably stay I'm aero.. I did the same IM course he did (the 70.3). You come out briefly for hills or aid stations, but otherwise it's just being fit properly and then spending time in it... no my first few rides weren't comfortable, but now (and I've only raced this bike twice) I don't leave aero at all unless I get out to climb, I'm racing and grabbing nutrition, or making a sharp turn.. I do train on it so my experience isn't based on just the 2 races thus far.

[@Laurap01]

Could the poor fit be related to his build/body dimensions somehow?

[@dertriathlet61]

Totally killing it🔥

[@jasonphillips3796]

In my experience the first workout back from a big training block always sucks! Luckily it’s the best time to have a “bad” workout. I took it as baseline fitness and a place to build from rest of the season.

[@tamelliot640]

seeing a big guy gonna try ironman is just mesmerizing i mean i've seen tall guys like Jan Frodeno buy as big as u is just something else one suggestion I may give is your bike position, you can try lowering your head bit by bit so your frontal surface area will be reduced and u can gain a bit more speed with same power output

[@tyjames2152]

Content : Full day of eating and recovery tips 🙏

[@mikerae6162]

How many spacers do you have on your aero bars? Did you have to buy extra.

[@RobHale81]

Now you are officially a triathlete. Gotta get that first crash in. Glad you're not injured.

[@tyler3216]

You inspire me to work harder bro keep it up

[@cmciron]

I did not notice any sealant in your tire? Maybe run gator skins in training and a faster tire in the race? Awesome video!

[@THOMASREVELLO]

The videos never disappoint man 🔥awesome stuff

[@bestman-dn8uh]

Yo yessuh more Ironman prep and suggestions for add more to my workouts

[@medofit1907]

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[@bighammer3464]

Hey Nick, you’re seat position looks low to me. Coupled with a high aero bar position you are sitting very high into the wind. I recommend getting a professional bike fit. You should also focus on stretching to get into a better aero position. I recommend raising the seat, bring it forward some and lowering that front end. A good bike fit will get you there but also taking into account your ability to stretch

[@bajadstube]

Yes. Def raise the saddle

[@iFlarsky]

Im pretty sure he already went to get a professional bike fit

[@bighammer3464]

@@iFlarsky ahh yes he did when he got his bike but it was obviously a bad fit

[@MisterBarlow]

Sorry hear bout your bike! Happy you’re not hurt man injuries are a real momentum killer.

[@CrackerJack4255]

Hitting the ground like that sucks. My first big accident I was flying down a hill going around 25-30 miles an hour. There was concrete that was caved in and I hit it, flew forward off the bike, and landed doing some twists. Left that crash with my whole left side bleeding, two broken ribs, and a concussion. Fun times! haha

[@ADuckOnQuack97]

Ooooof group ride on a tt bike. That’s a paddlin

[@wesleyjohnson1546]

Why? Just curious? Because their hands aren’t on breaks?

[@RBGermanShepherd]

@@wesleyjohnson1546 yes, no safe unless out front

[@emmanueleng1160]

High speed, sudden brake, hands not on levers, pointy handle in front, you get the idea.

[@ADuckOnQuack97]

@@wesleyjohnson1546 yes and not as controllable in the tt position than riding the hoods. with a bunch of people riding on the wheel doesnt give much time for corrections. if you space properly than yea, you can use a tt..but in a traditional group ride its discouraged for control purposes

[@andrewfehrsen]

That position is very upright. If it’s bout comfort that’s fine, but it’s not very aero

[@nicholi1246]

probably not very flexible with that much muscle

[@andrewfehrsen]

Nah. He’s pretty flexible. Should work on that position. Save some watts. But if it’s comfort driven then it’s ok

[@johnboase7352]

Gotta be able to hold it for 5 hours its not gonna be an aggressive position

[@andrewfehrsen]

Definitely important to be able to hold the position, but even dropping his head more abs rolling his shoulders would save him 5-10watts. A better aero helmet too

[@andyashton3605]

The whole front of his bike needs to be looked at. The XLab torpedo leaves very little room for his hands, and he uses an under grip to hold the bars. Never seen someone who wants to go 'sub 10' look so nervous on a TT bike. Best of luck to him.

[@chowi3229]

how are these videos such high quality holy fuck

[@jonathanvankerchove8019]

Best, Question, are you personally not sitting too low on your bike (saddle). By the way, a nice and motivating film. From Belgium Van Kerchove...

[@simonemadaschi1691]

that saddle height is fucked up, i understand its probably because of limited flexibility but still, at 19:34 you can see that at full extension his knee still has a long way to go potentially in terms of extension. On top of it in his "aero" position his chest is pretty much horizontal to the asphalt instead of parallel to it. I know that not everyone is able to pedal in an extreme aero position but there is absolutely no chance that this is the best set up for nick.

[@johndavidalexander6646]

I agree, I suspect he has had a bike fit at some point. Maybe he changed his cranks, pedals or shoes/cleats. It almost looks like the bike is too small, certainly room for improvement.

[@kimberleegardner3580]

@@simonemadaschi1691 he looks so crunched up on the bike. Aero position could be accurate for his flexibility but the saddle needs to be raised. I think he was even sitting on the saddle with feet flat on the ground during his coach’s talk.

[@user-li8cm5ui2s]

You're a beast my man! Making me want to get back into triathlons. Is there anyway you can sync up your power output/miles with your rides on the open roads? It'd be fun to watch

[@gabec9529]

Great timing for my workout

[@YsoSer1ous]

I crashed today on a bike and dislocated my shoulder. The competition season is finished for me this year - done! I'm still thankful as it could end up worse.. Be careful on the road boys and girls, it's not as fun sometimes.

[@jennifersalas-mata1401]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@sarethums]

Id say raise the saddle a tiny bit. Have you done a bike fit? they are worth as much as any other component on the bike.

[@hugorivera9738]

Love your podcast, Dax

[@JackChickenwing]

those vittoria corsa tyres have the lowest rolling resistance on the market, but ive heard they are notorious for having no durability. Maybe keep them safe for race day and train on something more durable?

[@christiandm4385]

You need to go to Dave Wenger in austin. Best bike fitter there is. He’s not just some shop bike fitter, the guy was national crit champ and has bike fitting for decades. Also tubeless on a TT bike? I would go with latex tubes and avoid the headache of being screwed during a race. At least clinchers are easier to pop off the bead of you need to replace the inner tube

[@TheSeeker372]

These videos are so motivating. Figure I get on my own bike while I watch the video.

[@640A]

How awesome is that, they came back for him.

[@zepols86]

I don't miss those Austin roads from Austin 70.3, they are very rough

[@realalbertan]

You can put a tube in a tubeless in an emergency

[@remperem]

Hi Nick, I was wondering what you do when you get sick and not really able to train optimal for a short period of time

[@texastorres3505]

Are you kidding? Nick doesnt get sick. Lmao just kidding

[@justgettinby8260]

First this then Matt Vincent drops a podcast with you as the guest! What a Sunday

[@medofit1907]

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[@snapstring3134]

Looks like bring spares with you and start each season and each race with NEW tires; is a must. 👍

[@Patchez91]

Dammit! seems whenever I wanna take a rest day ,this guys out here getting miles in 😂 ohh well time to get the running shoes.

[@janhammerle9922]

Does this BEAST never get injured? And if you do Nick, a video on how to handle it and the recovery?

[@MrJlambo54]

There are things you can put into your body which make you feel like you can train forever and ever.... something about enhancing performance?

[@LewisHorsley]

The 🐐 of Ironman youtubers

[@traviskern3728]

3:35 thanks for sharing that...

[@robert72292]

that's why I never use tubless XD in 2015 and 2016 sponsors asked us to use tubless as prototype in race.. we just use one tubless every 150km and throw away it and I explosed some.. i prefer tubular for safety and grips. well it's your first crash and not last one :) just normal good luck

[@guest00791]

Garmin Virb overlays on the bike segments would be cool

[@ThugLifeModafocah]

It would be cool to see the fall. Not because it is something enjoyable, but because it is part of the suck and you have to embrace the suck and go one more. So ups and downs are facts and you can't let the downs stop you.

[@drym3943]

I don't think they film everything. They probably weren't filming while he fall.

[@kmac01312]

A set of tubular training wheels might be a worthwhile investment on those sketchy roads

[@paulbradshaw2845]

You upgrade your jockey wheel?? Ceramicspeed?

[@calebbecker9706]

If you dont have them get the gatorskin brand tires. Those things never go flat

[@SBoots29]

Great video. I can't wait to get my bike out on the road.

[@oliverleibbrandt8067]

Do you have a TT helmet for iron man

[@tanmaygarg30]

Would really like to see ur data I.E ur avg speed and watts over the course of ur ride

[@DevGov]

Let's work on that aero position, holy smokes.

[@HaftiLutschiano]

Still its a pretty horrible position, you could get into a better position on a road bike even!

[@timoturner1193]

Definitely tricky to get a good position being as big as he is, but they at least could have gotten the saddle height right...

[@louisdunne9502]

@mathew Carlin. I agree but a bit of stretching will massively improve aerodynamics and speed and for someone who thinks he knows everything, Nick really has know idea on the bike. An amateur should have the saddle at the right height

[@fearyy10]

Isnt sub10 ironman the standard to turn pro?

[@Alexanderthegr800]

Nick check out the new colorway of the vaporfly next %, there sick.

[@medofit1907]

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[@cprkzl1693]

ay nick do you have strava?

[@annieperez2510]

Do you drink 8 bottles w/G1 Sport everyday? Or is that just during your longer training sessions? And, if its just on your longer training sessions, how many would you drink normally ?

[@drym3943]

It just for the long rides.

[@tomvahin4334]

Nick Hi! А где ты сейчас находишься? Просто интересно